"The best way to predict the future is to create it." — Peter Drucker
San Diego has been the site of a devastating private jet tragedy, with the local coroner now confirming the identities of two further victims. The aircraft, a Cessna Citation II, crashed shortly after takeoff on Monday morning, taking the lives of all four passengers and leaving the aviation community in mourning.
The plane, headed for Bootjack, California, went down in a residential area near Montgomery Field Airport, causing a significant response from emergency services. Witnesses reported seeing the jet in distress shortly after takeoff, emitting smoke and appearing to struggle to gain altitude. The impact of the crash was felt across the neighborhood, shaking homes and prompting an immediate emergency response.
The coroner’s office has confirmed the identities of the victims, including 44-year-old John Doe and 38-year-old Jane Doe, both of whom were pronounced dead at the scene. The other two victims, whose names are yet to be released, were also confirmed to have perished in the accident.
Local authorities and aviation regulators have launched a thorough investigation into the incident. They are seeking to understand the cause of the crash, examining all possible factors including mechanical failure and human error